Wasteman
Seen it?2026 | 90 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (76 on Metacritic) and it's still drawing plenty of interest, though it had a box office flop. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for crime-drama fans and anyone who likes to be kept guessing. If you loved Midnight Express or Bronson, start here.
- The mood
- Tense, dark and gritty.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 30 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: expect drug use.
Taylor's hopes for a fresh start post-parole are jeopardised by cellmate Dee's arrival. As Dee takes Taylor under his wing, a vicious attack tests their bond, forcing Taylor to choose between protecting Dee and his own chances at freedom.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
76 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
Award season hasn't happened yet, so this isn't counted.
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$1 million worldwide on a $1 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 343K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Cal McMau
- David JonssonTaylor
- Tom BlythDee
- Alex HassellPaul
- Neil LinpowRobby
- Paul HiltonBrowning
- Corin SilvaGaz
- Layton BlakeMaxi
- Jack BarkerCook up Prisoner
- Fred MuthuiPrisoner in Cell
- Lunga Anele-SkosanaNurse